Deere & Company (DE)vsEmerson Electric Company (EMR)
DE
Deere & Company
$675.74
-0.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $182.20B
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$152.19
+2.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 157% more annual revenue ($47.93B vs $18.64B). EMR leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 10.2%. DE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. EMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
EMR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DE profiles as a declining stock while EMR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
DE generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Deere & Company
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
John Deere is the brand name of Deere & Company, an American corporation that manufactures agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains (axles, transmissions, gearboxes) used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
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